About the Job: Canonical is on a mission to build a next-generation private cloud infrastructure that combines KVM, Ceph, and SDN technologies. We aim to create a data center scale cloud that 'just works' and offers mission-critical cloud solutions for edge and core enterprise deployments. We are seeking engineering managers with experience in high-quality microservice architectures and high-performance team leadership, particularly those with a deep familiarity with Linux kernel, virtualization, storage, and networking. As an engineering manager at Canonical, you will lead a team of remote engineers and be responsible for running an effective team, developing the colleagues you manage, and ensuring their growth as engineers. Your role encompasses technical leadership, team development, and the delivery of strategic initiatives within a collaborative environment. You will need to demonstrate the ability to solve challenging distributed systems problems and possess in-depth knowledge of Linux. Key Responsibilities: - Lead a team of remote engineers. - Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, and hands-on career development. - Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams and stakeholders. - Advocate for modern software development practices. - Participate in code and architectural reviews. - Engage with teams at Canonical, the open-source community, and partners. - Work from home with global travel of 4 to 6 weeks per year for internal and external events. What We Are Looking For: - Solid understanding of modern Linux cloud computing technologies, including networking, storage, containers, and Kubernetes. - A passion for developing and growing people with a proven track record. - Focus on success and timely delivery of high-quality software. - A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar field. - Strong written and verbal technical communication skills. - Programming experience in C and/or Go. Work Conditions: - This position is remote and available in EMEA and the Americas. - Occasional travel, estimated at 4 to 6 weeks per year. Benefits: - Competitive compensation reflecting geographical location, experience, and performance. - Performance-driven annual bonus. - Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year. - Annual compensation review and recognition rewards. - Annual holiday and maternity/paternity leave. - Employee Assistance Programme and opportunity to travel to meet colleagues. About Canonical: Canonical is a pioneering technology firm leading the transition to open source and the publisher of Ubuntu, one of the world's most important open-source projects. We are remote-first and committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace free from discrimination, where every candidate will receive fair consideration regardless of their background or identity.
